Legalized Online Poker 15 Month “Blackout” Period Has Players In Uproar
No online poker for 15 months following passage of a law that would legalize the activity in the United States?
Don’t count on it!
Ron Paul Defends WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange
Republican Congressman and one-time Presidential candidate Ron Paul of Texas defended WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on the Fox Business channel Thursday.
"In a free society we're supposed to know the truth," Paul said. "In a society where truth becomes treason, then we're in big trouble. And now, people who are revealing the truth are getting into trouble for it."
Loto-Quebec Open For Business Amidst Controversy
The much anticipated Loto-Quebec has opened for business in the Canadian province.
Harry Reid, Las Vegas Casinos Backing Online Poker Bill
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is currently circulating a bill that would legalize online poker. Its supporters include the major Las Vegas casinos.
No More OTB in NYC? Last Minute Reprieve Could Happen
OTB or Off Track Betting has announced it will cease to exist in New York City as of this Friday December 3, 2010. But could the troubled 40-year-old betting firm get a last minute reprieve?
Senate Democratic Leader John Sampson of Brooklyn will be calling the Senate back into session on Tuesday in order to consider a bill that would save the OTB. Any shutdown would result in 800 employees losing their jobs.
New York Governor David Paterson has also stepped in to try and find a last minute solution.
Porn, Gambling Scandal Rocks Australia’s New South Wales Parliament
Lucky Chances Casino Sues to Keep Fight Videos Off YouTube
A Colma, California card room, Lucky Chances Casino, has filed suit to keep casino fight videos off of YouTube.
Edmonton Casino Murderers Convicted
Two men have been convicted in the second degree murder and assault of Mohamed Ali Ibrahim, a Somali national who was living in Edmonton, Canada.
2014 Super Bowl in New Jersey Could Be Huge For State Sports Betting
Montreal Arsons Tied To Mob Turf Wars
A recent spate of arsons occurring at Montreal cafes and other businesses have been tied to the local mob, according to police.
Betfair Accused of Robbing Hundreds of People Through “Happy Hour” Promo
The largest betting exchange in Europe, Betfair, has been accused of “robbing” players during a recent online casino “Happy Hour” promotion.
IMG Worldwide Chairman Gambled on College Sports While Representing Coaches
